In conjunction with itsnew gym in Leeds, England, MTK Global signed eight young boxers to managment or advisory agreements. Zeeshan Khan, Jack Daniel, Callum Simpson, Ellis Ward, Jake Goodwin, Guy Kitching have all been signed on managerial deals, while Will Harrison and Kira Carter join on advisory deals. All eight will be working under the tutelage of world-title winning trainer Sean O’Hagan, along with Wayne Woods.  Zeeshan Khan (9-0, 2 KOs) is a super featherweight from Bradford, who won the Central Area title last November thanks to a ninth-round stoppage win against Artif Ali...

 

Lightweight Jack Daniel (7-0, 2 KOs) earned a victory over former English champion Sean Davis in his last fight...

 

Callum Simpson (3-0, 1 KO) is a light heavyweight fighting out of Barnsley, and in his last outing picked up a first-round knockout win over Richard Harrison.

 

The other five signees have yet to turn pro but have acheived success as amateurs. MTK Global promoter Lee Eaton said: “We’re delighted to begin the process of establishing MTK Leeds by signing up these eight talented fighters from around Yorkshire. Each of them brings plenty of skill and flair to the table, and we’re excited to see what they can all achieve in their careers.”

 

O’Hagan added: “I’m proud to get these eight fighters signed up so quickly after teaming up with MTK Global. Leeds is full of boxers just ready and waiting to take their chance, and I’m confident that this is the first step in making the area a hotbed for boxing.”